Can children with the sickle cell disease swim?

The Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Program offers tips to help sickle cell patients remain healthy during the summer ... the hot outdoors to an air-conditioned home, can cause a sickle cell episode. 3) Swimming. All children should learn to swim. read more

Yes they can. Although its highly suggested they arent left in the pool for long periods of time. Although I didnt learn to swim when I was a kid, I remember going to pools and coming back out with pain because I stayed way too long in them. read more

Before swimming, children with sickle cell need to shower with luke-warm water prior to and immediately after swimming. During, children with sickle cell should never swim in cold water. After swimming, wrap child in a towel upon exiting the pool to prevent sudden changes in body temperature. read more

Although sickle cell is a subject often taboo in the communities this condition is most prevalent, Tosin's message is that sickle cell is not something to be ashamed of and you can live a rich and fulfilling life with sickle cell. read more

Sudden changes in temperature, such as going from the hot outdoors to an air-conditioned home, can cause a sickle cell episode. 3) Swimming . All children should learn to swim. For children with sickle cell, there are a few helpful tips when a child goes swimming. Before swimming, children with sickle cell need to shower with luke-warm water prior to and immediately after swimming. During, children with sickle cell should never swim in cold water. read more

As many of you may know, one of my daughters is living with Sickle Cell Disease, a genetic blood disorder. For many Sickle Cell Patients, they are advised not to swim in public swimming pools or cold-water pools. read more